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Programs that offer a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.Navigation Tips [+/-]

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Provides programs during the school year for children and youth ages 5-21 years with intellectual and/or developmental disabilties.
Children ages 5-12: Provide Structured program in which the children can participate in crafts, music therapy, group games, story time and preparing a snack. Siblings ages of 5-12 are also invited to participate in separate activities with other siblings and meet children who are in similar situations while having fun. 2 1/2 hour session held once a month
Youth ages 13-21: Adolescents travel into the community and participate in a variety of activities, such as miniature golf, bowling, shopping at the mall and eating a dinner at a restaurant. Session held once a month.
Youth ages 12-17 years with high functioning Autism: Group participates in age appropriate activities designed to develop their socialization and communication skills. Session is held once a month.

Students have access to computers to complete homework and projects. Kids in the Kitchen focuses on health eating and assists them with making recipes. They also participate in environmental awareness activities.

Students have access to computers to complete homework and projects. Kids in the Kitchen focuses on health eating and assists them with making recipes. They also participate in environmental awareness activities.

Provides age specific structured therapeutic activities in a small group setting. The goal is to assist in the development of behavioral, emotional, and social skills.
Therapeutic Group Curriculum includes Mood, Behavior, & Emotion Identification, Peer relationships/interactions, Aggression Replacement Therapy, Therapeutic Journaling and Processing Social Stories, Coping skill development / strengthening families.
Lunch provided daily. Transportation is available to those who qualify.

Beverly Jewel Wall Lovelace Children's Program (BJWL), located in 19 public and subsidized housing communities throughout Pittsburgh and Allegheny County, provides safe after-school and summer programs six days a week for children ages 5-18. BJWL offers social, emotional, academic, recreational, and other resources for families.

Develops and administers after-school programs that help students recover lost credits, receive online tutoring and prepare for paid internships and permanent jobs. Community LEARNS provides after-school and summer educational, recreational, support, and employment services to students from University Prep at Pittsburgh Milliones 6-12. The 21st Century Program provides year-round after-school programs and day camps for Fort Pitt School students (K-5). The goal is to move students from sub-par to proficient academic performance, and to have structured recreation activities.

Services include foster care services and foster to adopt programs, family and community based services, as well as visitation services. Provides independent living and transitional living services to youth. Also provides after-school programs and truancy intervention services.

Boys & Girls Clubs of Easton serves children/youth, 5-18, with no residency restrictions. Youth Membership registration is required. Offered (Mid-Sept to Mid-June)$15 per year per child.
Summer Kindergarten Readiness: Summer Camp for youth getting ready to enter Cheston and Paxinosa Elementary School.
Summer Brain Gain: Summer Camp offered for 11 weeks, in June, July and August
Summer Camp offered in June, July and August
Youth Members $35 per year
Youth Non-members $70 per year
Health Habits: After-school and summer nutrition and fitness education, healthy snacks and meals, available for all ages.
SMART Moves (Skills Mastery and Resistance Training) is a prevention/education program about the problems of tobacco, drug and alcohol use and premature sexual activity.
Gang Prevention program for youth, 6-18 years. Identifies and recruits delinquent and "at risk" youth into ongoing Club programs and activities and mentorship.
Keystone and Torch Clubs are chartered, small group character and leadership clubs. Torch Club is for pre-teens, 11-13 years and Keystone Club is for teens, 14-18 years.
City-Wide Youth Basketball League. Open to children/youth, 5-18 years. Registration required, fees are $10/season per member($20 for non-members). Triple Play: Sports Fitness & recreation in a variety of sports & activities for all ages.
Volunteer Opportunities Available: For groups (corporate/agency etc) and individuals: must have background clearances in place. Contact Executive Director for more information.

Summer youth development program that emphasizes relationship building and mastery of skills. The program is comprised of six core areas: the arts, guidance and education, health and life skills, sports and fitness, character and leadership, and social recreation.
Swimming pool on site, field trips offered and free breakfast and lunch are provided.

A youth development program that emphasizes relationship building and mastery of skills. The program is comprised of six core areas: the arts, guidance and education, health and life skills, sports and fitness, character and leadership, and social recreation.

Life skills program for area youth. Topics covered during the 20 hour program include self-esteem, drug and alcohol education & prevention,money management, the employment process, banking, anger management, conflict resolution, healthy relationships, community resources, STD/STI education, decision making. Also offerred are 45 minutes to 3 hour Bridging the Gap Workshops on any of the above topics. Program can be offered on-site and through out the community.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

The Library offers a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

Camp Cadet is a summer camp for Pennsylvania youth between the ages of 12 to 15. The camp is held at various locations throughout the State and staffed by Troopers, local police officers and many other volunteers. The goal of Camp Cadet is to introduce participants to the diverse criminal justice system and establish a positive relationship with law enforcement personnel.
Camp Cadet is open to all youth and is structured similar to training at the police academy. The camp focuses on discipline, self-esteem, teamwork, drug and alcohol education, violence prevention and many other issues facing todays youth.
Camp Cadet is a non-profit organization. Meals, lodging and programs are provided at no cost to the applicant. Camps are usually funded by various fund raisers and business and community donations. Some Camps may charge a small application fee to cover administration costs.

The 11-month program uses evidence-based curriculums administered by staff, certified public school teachers and dedicated volunteer tutors/mentors from local area colleges. The program culminates each year in June with a professional stage production, the Annual Performing Arts Showcase featuring CAPPA participants at the Community Arts Center. The program is taped and televised throughout the summer months. Students involved in the Academic Enrichment/Performing Arts Showcase/Gang Prevention program demonstrate positive results in behavior and attitude as it relates to anti-social activities, academic performance, relationships with friends, self-concept and social-cultural enrichment.

Provides services and activities to children, youth, young adults, and their families through year-a-round programs that are active during both the school year and the summer months. Our staff and counselors will assist children and youth with their homework and supervise recreational play. Before children are transported to their Hill District and Oakhill homes, we will provide them with dinner.

Club Impact 2 includes children from the neighborhood and church who are aged four through fourteen. We meet every Tuesday from 4:30 to 6:30pm for games, snacks, and more importantly, to learn about God and how God would have us to live.

Site Coordinators work with students 1:1 and help them overcome barriers preventing them from being successful in school. Some barriers may include academics, behavior and/or attendance.
CIS is a dropout prevention/graduation retention organization that works with students K-12 in specific schools throughout Cambria County to empower them stay in school and achieve in life.
Additional Site at: 196 Westgate Drive
Johnstown, PA 19505
phone: 814-533-5540

Site Coordinators work with students 1:1 and help them overcome barriers preventing them from being successful in school. Some barriers may include academics, behavior and/or attendance.
CIS is a dropout prevention/graduation retention organization that works with students K-12 in specific schools throughout Central PA to empower them stay in school and achieve in life.

The E³ Power Center Southwest serves youth ages 14-21 seeking to improve their skills and work toward long-term goals. The center is designed to create a comprehensive system of service delivery for youth that galvanizes the resources, knowledge and expertise of citywide systems and community based organizations to work in a cohesive way to benefit Philadelphia’s youth.

The Integrated Student Services (ISS) program provides support to students in seven low performing high schools. Eight Integrated Student Coordinators (ISC) work with students who are at risk of not completing high school. These students are often chronically tardy or absent, have credit deficiencies, and are struggling with non-academic issues. Services include peer mentoring program, literacy enrichment program, SAT prep courses, ladies first program, 9th grade motivation program, resume building workshops, mock interview sessions, and peer mediation.

The Oasis Program is located in six SDP high schools and exists as a school within school. This program provides overage and under-credentialed students with a personalized learning program with strong social service and academic wrap around support.

The Urban Technology Project, a collaborative initiative between the School District of Philadelphia and Communities In Schools of Philadelphia, Inc. is designed to empower Philadelphia youth and their communities through meaningful technology experiences that link youth leadership development, education, and community building. The Urban Technology Project is comprised of the Digital Service Fellows AmeriCorps Program, the Computer Support Specialists Information Technology (IT) Apprenticeship Program and the Digital Miracles Project.

After School Program for ages 7 - 14 in the East End of Pittsburgh. Offers homework help, reading and math assistance, group counseling, cultural activities and outings, career exploration and behavioral health.

Mentoring program for teens 14 and older. Teens meet from September to May at a frequency of 2 times per month for one hour sessions. Mentors guide teens to become motivated about their future; set goals to stay in school and find employment. Graduates of the program may enter our Worked UP! Program for Employment opportunities and receive a career Readiness Kit.

Offers an after-school youth club. Activities include games, music, Bible stories, and homework study time. Children will be escorted from the Crafton Elementary School to the church. A snack and dinner are included.

Addresses truancy issues through prevention and intervention services. Works with schools,parents,students and the court systems. Increase student attendance,academic achievement, to keep parents informed of current Truancy Laws, and how it may affect a family.

Community center offers after-school programs, arts instruction, athletic programs, literacy instruction, recreation/leisure activities, substance abuse education/prevention, tutoring and homework help for children and adolescents.
Offer a Children Food Program through PA Department of Education. Provide any youth through the age of 18 dinner during the school year (do not have to be a member).
Mon-Fri: Year-round dinner provided to anyone under 18 at 5:30pm
Mon-Thurs: 5pm dinner provided from 6/23 to 8/13 to adults and children

Educational Enrichment Program shall provide Academic Lesson Plans & Educational Curriculum that shall provide all children enrolled with Educational Activities that shall insure the children maintain the Grade Level they are currently enrolled in the School District they attend. This assures the children shall not “loose” any lessons taught because of the Summer Vacation time period.

Goals are to include the reduction of environmentally caused delays in our preschools and to promote non violence in the lives of all children and their families. Offers preschool, play groups, parent groups, afterschool groups, homework hour, summer day camp, children's groups, truancy group, recreation and social activities, community celebrations, teen esteem, counseling, outreach and service linkages.

Goals are to reduce environmentally caused delays through our preschools and to promote non violence in the lives of all children and their families. Offers preschool, play groups, parent groups, afterschool groups, homework hour, summer day camp, children's groups, truancy group, recreation and social activities, community celebrations, teen esteem, counseling, outreach and service linkages and tutoring.

Goals are to include the reduction of environmentally caused delays in our preschools and to promote non violence in the lives of all children and their families. Offers preschool, play groups, parent groups, afterschool groups, homework hour, summer day camp, children's groups, truancy group, recreation and social activities, community celebrations, teen esteem, counseling, outreach and service linkages.

Children from New York City are provided a one-to-two week vacation with a host family during the summer months. It is hoped that the host family will accept the child as one of their own during the visit. Medical bills are paid by program, which is funded by New York City businesses and New York United Way. Transportation and liability insurance are paid by the Fresh Air Fund. The program is for inner city children of NYC ages 7-12. Host families are recruited in 13 different states along the eastern seaboard from Canada-West Virginia. Background checks, PA Child Abuse Clearances , References and an interview are required to be a host family.
Lancaster County has 4 different groups arriving from June 30 - August 21. Hosts may choose age and gender of the child, also the weeks that fit best in the Host Family's schedule.

Provides multiple youth events and activities for local 6th through 12th graders at West Sides youth facility. Includes Monday Drop-In night with pool, snacks and music; 5th Qtr. an after-party following the Home Raider games in September and October; Monthly “Communities That Care” youth gatherings focused on substance abuse prevention among teens; and other events and activities targeted for youth throughout the year. The West Sides building is also rented out for parties.

Offers a comprehensive continuum of care. Services include Prevention Services, After-School Program, School-Based Services, Summer Program, Volunteer/Mentor Program, Foster Care Program and a Residential Facility for delinquent and dependent girls with a specialty in pregnancy and parenting, Work Force Development and Job Shadowing Program, academic enrichment, health and wellness workshops and psycho-educational groups.

Heritage 4 Kids Early Learning Center provides early education. Heritage 4 Kids Out of School Time (HOST) program is located at Good Shepherd Catholic School and provides care, academic support and enrichment activities to students.

Higher Achievement is a year-round college preparatory program for 5th - 8th grade students, operating at Pittsburgh Langley K-8, and the Jeron X Grayson Center located in the Hill District andPittsburgh Westinghouse Academy 6 - 12. The program uses a rigorous curriculum that includes mathematics, science, social studies, literature, and an elective cultural/arts/physical education class as well as mentoring.

Afterschool Academy meets four days a week during the school year. The program is for 5th - 8th grade students who are interested in going to college. The program provides after school homework help, supplemental work, electives, field trips, and mentoring for the scholars. Summer Academy meets daily for 6 weeks and provides social studies, math, science, and literature as well as electives, field trips, and a 3-day/2-night college experience.

After-school programs: Diversity in programming starting with 3D Dance & Drama involving ages 6 - 22; Life Skills for teenage girls - Career Exploration: Goal is to assist with academic enhancement whether mathematic and/or reading and comprehension while teaching life skills, and job readiness with exposure to technology; involving students in Wilkinsburg area. There is also a 5 on 5 basketball, Music Studio, Change & Explore, Rec Room, and swimming. Parents may get involved with dance and drama by chaperoning and support with teaching.

Youth LIFE is an after-school academic and social enrichment program open to 100 youth in first through fifth grade in the Woodland Hills School District. Youth LIFE provides students with a safe and educational place to spend their weekday afternoons and evenings. Through the implementation of Study Island, training opportunities, age and skill appropriate tutorial classes, educational seminars, self-improvement classes, field trips, recreational activities, and community service projects, Youth LIFE students are afforded opportunities that they otherwise would have been unable to experience.

Recreation including special events for teens (games, singing, skits, films, music, speakers), clubs (games, discussions), group socialization, 3 annual dramatic productions, Bible studies, other special recreational events and school of music and drama. Activity times vary. Provisions for community service fulfillment available for court adjucated youth programs, academic honors, scouting and religious projects. Post high school group availabe and post high school life skills mentoring.

As a community-based, nonprofit organization, Keystone SMILES Community Learning Center provides schools and other community based organizations with the National Service Resources needed to tutor, mentor and provide hands-on service learning programs aimed to increase academic engagement of students across their 10 county service region. Keystone SMILES does this through: Recruiting and training AmeriCorps Members to provide educational services to their communities Mobilizing volunteers to serve alongside AmeriCorps members in education based programming Partnering with schools and other community-based organizations who are intent on improving the lives of our youth. Coordinating Preschool, Alternative Education, After-School, Summer STEM, and hands-on Job-Skills programs in Clarion, Mercer and Venango Counties in PA.

Education programs to help children gain skills and improve academic self-esteem. Services are available for children at all grade and skill levels focusing on social readiness, reading, written language, math, and study skills, as well as Orton Gillingham tutoring for students with dyslexia. Teachers follow individualized plans that specify the starting point, goals, and methods to help each child. Study skills, organization, test-taking, SAT prep, and more, including credit recovery (summer school).

After-school program for youth ages 5 - 17, providing academic assistance for four days during the five-day schoolweek, with a fifth day for structured recreational activities. Students are offered daily classes such as computer class, sewing, robotics, arts, dance, and other enrichment activities or clubs. Students must participate in additional math and reading enrichment.

Provides Fine Arts and Science Program for preschool children, Elementary Art Program for elementary age children, summer day camp for children ages 5 - 10 and summer workshop activities for children up to 5th grade.

Provides students with homework assistance, enrichment activities, mentorship, and physical activity. The After School program at Barrett is open to students attending Barrett Elementary, as well as students attending Propel Homestead. Propel students attending the Before School program will be transported to Propel Homestead at 8:00 AM.

A STEAM focused initiative that targets grades K through 12 and community on the educational, social and economic factors that become obstacles to youth in underserved and underrepresented communities and schools getting and staying engaged Science, Technology, Engineering, Arts, Mathematics.

Multi Cultural Youth leadership Program is developed around a core belief that you mentor & provide our youth with core values of volunteering and career development which shall build leadership skills and qualities to contribute to a larger pool of qualified workers for our work forces.

An alliance of community and faith organizations working to support children's education, promote economic development and address other social barriers facing residents. Contracts with community organizations to provide afterschool programs in schools for K-5 and middle / high school students. Provides leadership, funding, training, and resources to help improve the quality of afterschool programming, particularly for the children in the Pittsburgh’s African-American and lower income neighborhoods.

Provides educational services for students who have failed or been removed from the public school setting or who demonstrate behavior disorders which cannot be addressed in a regular educational setting.
More information on the Alternative Education for Disruptive Youth Program can be found here.

The Child and Youth Program implements and facilitates training/readiness programs for military youth. It also provides child and youth referral and resources to Service members and Families to reduce the challenges that arise from military service.
Child and Youth Programs

Offers recreational activities to youth and young adults, ages 13+. Open to children 6+ and continues STEAM, recreational and skill building activities. Summer Day Camp and Youth of the Nation (YON), and is educational, service oriented as well as recreational.
Evening Program, 6:00oopm to 8:30pm
Staurday Program, 10:00am to 2:00pm

Emergency assistance for financially struggling individuals and families in crisis. Referrals are made for assistance not offered at our facility. May also offer seasonal assistance, such as Back-to-School and Project Bundle-Up where funds are available. Call for holiday programs (toys and food).
Must be a resident of 16601, 16602 or 16603 zip code area.
SERVICES CURRENTLY AVAILABLE:
1. Food Pantry. Emergency food for approximately 3 days. A Photo ID must be provided at time of service; no other information is required. Food Pantry is open Tuesday through Friday from 10:00 AM until 2:00 PM.
2. Water Service Payment Assistance. Need to have a shut-off notice. We pay up to $100 while funds are available.
3. Emergency Lodging (Homeless Motel Vouchers). Short term housing for transient and/or special situations for individuals and families with a 1-3 night stay at a local motel. An assessment interview of need is required. This is limited to available funding.
4. Furniture and Household Goods Vouchers. Available to fire victims with referral from the American Red Cross, or transitioning from a shelter (with referral).
5. Clothing Vouchers. Available to fire victims with referral from the American Red Cross, or searching for a job (with verification).
6. Soup Kitchen. Sundays at 4:30 PM.
7. Bread Distribution. Wednesdays and Fridays during office hours.
8. After School Program (Youth Enrichment). After school digital learning and homework help. Thursdays. Must register.
9. Overnight Summer Camp (Residential Camp). Must register and pay a $10 Fee. For ages 6-14. Call for dates and to register.
10. Day Camp. Must register. No fee. For ages 6-12. Call for dates and to register.

Community Center that offers a variety of community education classes and recreation programs for teens, adults and seniors.
Offers programs at two locations for older adults to connect to the community, make friends and share a meal as well as common interests.

Offers programs that offer a wide variety of activities including arts and crafts, academic programs, sports, reading clubs, workshops and other recreational, leisure, cultural, social and civic activities for school-age children and youth in out-of-school hours. The objective of youth enrichment programs is to promote healthy social interaction and help participants maximize their social, emotional, physical and academic potential.

Oakbrook Summer Reading Program held at the Berks Community Health Center in Oakbrook. Summer program is filled with fun and learning activities to help kids maintain their reading skills throughout the summer months. Children who attend 75% of the days will receive a new bike and helmet as part of the Books for Bikes program, sponsored by Customers Bank. It is an 8 week literacy program focusing on maintaining learning and reading skills from the school year through daily reading and literacy activities. Free lunch provided.

Provides childcare/afterschool care for children from the ages of 6 weeks through 12 years. Open to the public, Monday-Friday, 6:00am-6:00pm. Full time and part time care is available. Breakfast, lunch and afternoon snack are provided. Fees apply. Welfare and title XX are accepted.

Students in grades K-8 receive homework help from trained tutors, served a nutritious meal, participate in Bible studies and enjoy recreational activities. Tiger Pause maintains five after-school sites in Beaver Falls, serving approximately 150 students each day. Two centers operate four days a week and the other three run three days a week.

For Erie County middle and high school students who are affected by the negative influences of poverty, violence, drugs, crime and other anti-social behaviors. Students who participate in this program go on a "Freedom Ride" to Selma, Montgomery, Tuskegee, Alabama and Atlanta, Georgia where they learn about the Civil Rights Movement and the historical significance it holds today. Students are exposed to universities of higher education, museums and historical sites and are taught the value of tolerance, respect and self-discipline.

Young people want to be connected to friends and family, lead productive lives and be respected for their choices. Teen years are critical to developing social skills and peer networks that lead to success in young adult life, career development and independence. Parents work to provide a life in which these opportunities are available for their child and help their child grow and mature so they can make the transition from school to adult life. Via Teen Summer Experience is for teens and young adults, ages 13-21, with varying disabilities. Via provides instruction on a variety of skills throughout the program to assist participants achieve their personal goals. Via Teen Summer Experience runs from 9am to 2pm, Monday through Friday; sign up for full weeks or select days throughout the summer. Via Teen Summer Experience is for teens and young adults, ages 13-21, with varying disabilities. Via provides instruction on a variety of skills throughout the program to assist participants achieve their personal goals. Focus On You Via partners with employers, local agencies and schools throughout the Lehigh Valley to provide opportunities for teens and young adults to participate in: -Life skills development for students transitioning from high school to adult life.
-Occupation awareness through job shadowing, career exploration, interview skills and resume preparation.
- Opportunities to participate in continuing education and enrichment courses.
-Recreational activities to build and develop socialization among peers.
-Excursions Volunteering Teens participate in volunteer activities to continue to expand job skills.
Volunteer sites include:
-Meals on Wheels
-Project of Easton Food Bank
-Moravian House Square
-Cedarbrook Nursing Home
-3rd Street Alliance Learning About Work Teens visit Lehigh Valley employers to learn about job opportunities, interviewing techniques, employment applications, and the qualifications that are required for various positions.
Job sites visits include:
-St. Luke's Hospital
-Martin Guitar
-Allentown YWCA
-Wegmans
-Danâ€™s Camera City
-Mack Trucks
-PBS Studios
In addition, participants complete career interest surveys, develop resumes and prepare for job interviews. Teens create a resume throughout the summer to build upon during the school year that can increase their success in finding a job. Summer Fun Via understands that the summer is meant for fun so teens participate in a variety of social and recreational activities like baseball games, swimming, sports, and picnics and other creative activities to expand gross and fine motor skills and work on team building. Via seeks to discover teachable moments throughout the summer whether ordering food at a baseball game, talking to friends at the local swimming pool or asking for a job application while exploring the community.

After school activities, including a computer center, homework help, Step-It-Up reading program, community service projects, bully prevention meetings, PNC financial literacy sessions, youth council and gym recreation. Other services include a summer program, computer and internet access for low-income families, high school Action Team club, and Operation Backpack to provide students with school supplies and books.

Student volunteers provide staffing for youth and community programs. Youth Programs: Youth adventures, Oakland youth recreation, tutoring, and school-age day care. Community programs are co-sponsored with a number of local agencies.

Interns are placed from multiple fields of study from many colleges/universities throughout the YMCA of Greater Pittsburgh network.
Student volunteers serve as tutors in classrooms at select Pittsburgh Public Schools, Out of School Time YMCA youth and community programs. Special events, summer day camp, youth adventurers,. Food distribution, general outdoor tasks, etc.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

YouthPlaces is an initiative designed to engage at-risk youth in positive after school program activities. YouthPlaces has effectively outreached and involved youth from high-risk neighborhoods that do not traditionally attend after school programs. Programs include a range of activities including: recreation, cultural awareness, mentoring, career readiness and academic enrichment.

The YWCA Greater Pittsburgh’s STEM Impact Initiative is a systems-building effort to build enthusiasm and capacity for informal STEM education in the Greater Pittsburgh community.
This initiative consists of a consortium of out-of-school-time (OST) providers dedicated to providing informal science, technology, engineering and math education to underrepresented children and youth and professional development opportunities for participating out-of-school-time service providers throughout Allegheny County.